Don’t fence me in
TOWN of East Fremantle ratepayers, having been locked out of their A-class reserve for over 100 years, appear to approve of recent developments at the reserve which seem to offer something for everyone.
However, as mentioned in the the Herald of June 22, a Sharks’ spokesperson suggested… “there was some scope for temporary fencing at big games…”.
Are gate receipts – or lack of – the problem?
What is wrong with the traditional bucket collection at half time?
A temporary fence, mostly likely gimcrack rather than Bauhaus, will be costly to erect and dismantle.
Who will foot the bill – Sharks or ratepayers?
Pressure will apply for the temporary fence to transmogrify into a solid, permanent one.
Bring on the concrete mixers and the current aesthetic will change drastically.
Our traditionally pusillanimous council must wake up, take the ratepayers’ side, and speak up with a very loud “NO”.
Anthony Kane
East Fremantle
Tick tock
MANY years ago there was a clock on a pillar at Port Beach, which was very handy for those who did not wish to take a watch to the beach.
It stopped dead one day (never to run again!)) and stood idle for many months.
People contacted the Fremantle Port Authority about getting it fixed, to no avail, and eventually the FPA solved the problem by taking the clock away.
It seems the same attitude is being applied to the footbridge from the dilapidated Ocean Terminal – demolish it, problem solved.
It provided very convenient access to the northern end of town.
The sea-bound entrance to the town is pathetic compared to other ports, however neither the council nor the FPA appear to give a stuff, a standard 21st century attitude.
Forget all the waffle and build a new footbridge
Geoff Dunstone
Palmyra
An old trick
IN response to Dan Bruyn’s letter (“Looks scammy,” Herald, Saturday July 27), that old trick of pretending to have “a client looking for a property similar to yours” was around 20 years ago.
The flyer was printed in blue ink, in hand written style to kid you it was a genuine request.
In fact they were hand delivered in thousands.
When I received one, I would play them at their own game.
I phoned the number on the flyer and ask to speak to the ‘agent’.
“Thank you for the note – I would like you to call round so we can have a chat”.
If they asked for my name and address: “You already have the address – you left me a note”.
If I didn’t hear back, I called again a week later and complain “nobody has bothered to call, maybe I should call another agent!”
John Flint
Old time real estate agent
PS also be wary of those ads that promise to lead you to the best agent.
Climate clarity
I’D like to take this opportunity to clarify a couple of points about the City’s response to the climate emergency, following a recent article in the Herald (“Climate Plan ‘inflammatory’,” Saturday, August 3, 2024).
The article incorrectly referred to the City having an organisational target of net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
We actually have a target to become a carbon neutral organisation by 2030.
The Corporate Climate Action Plan, which was adopted in July 2023, sets the mitigation and adaptation actions the organisation will take over the next six years to reach this target.
We are now seeking community feedback on the Draft Community Climate Action Plan 2024-2030.
The draft plan has been developed to collaborate with the community and guide the City’s services and programs to achieve our shared target of net zero emissions across the local government area by 2050.
The draft plan, which includes estimate costings, is now available for review and public comment at http://www.melvillecity.com.au/ccap
I encourage the community to review the plan and share your feedback before public comment closes at 4.00pm on Monday, 12 August 2024.
Katy Mair
Mayor
City of Melville
A cosy find
I WAS surprised to see your article about tracking down the artist who produced the kimono piece.
I bought it originally and had it in my flat for years before donating it to a charity shop when renovating the flat for sale.
I had just returned from working in Japan and loved the picture.
I had no room in my new flat when selling, so donated it.
I’m so happy it has found its way home.
You can see it on my flat wall.
Peter Thompson
Mt Lawley
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